Senior Medical Practitioner

Make a difference today.

Shape mental health care at a new clinic in Perth’s south.

Become part of our mental health team at the contemporary Cockburn Health facility and really achieve a sense of fulfillment from making a difference within a new service.

Currently we are seeking Senior Medical Practitioners in Psychiatry for various Permanent Full Time, Permanent Part Time, Fixed Term Full Time and Fixed Term Part Time appointments.

Joining our team will give you a chance to work with clients to:

• help shape preventative and restorative therapy and recovery programs for women with a range of mental health concerns, including eating disorders; and
• work with client who need support as they recover from addiction withdrawal including alcohol and other drugs, gambling and gaming.

This is an opportunity to help shape a different approach to looking after some of the most vulnerable people in our community.   

Each day you will come to work in a modern and welcoming facility, and you’ll experience being part of a compassionate and supportive multidisciplinary team who are critical in giving client-focused evidence-based mental health care.

You’ll have access to:

• Public transport
  Cockburn train station is within walking distance, and there are several bus stops near Cockburn Health.
• Free on-site parking 
  Although public transport is nearby, if it’s not practical to leave your car at home, limited free on-site parking is available.
• Bustling precinct
  Set in the bustling Cockburn central west precinct you will have access to numerous shopping and dining experiences

We’ll also provide you with:

• an attractive salary including salary packaging
• flexible working arrangements
• comprehensive professional development opportunities and study leave assistance
• Relocation assistance (in approved circumstances)

Join our team today!

By joining us you will become part of a diverse mental health team who are providing care and treatment across the spectrum of mental health disorders to a varied range of clients.

Ultimately the new service at the Cockburn Health facility will be dedicated to:

• Women's mental health conditions and eating disorders; 
• addiction management and support; and
• outpatient services with virtual consultation capability.

If you are a passionate and dedicated mental health practitioner with the skills and experience to truly make a difference, reach out to us today or start your job application!

About the role
You will be responsible for the mental health assessment, treatment and management of clients with mental health illness, as well as for the provision of service to their families and carers, promoting patient safety and quality of care. You will work as a clinician within a multidisciplinary team environment and work closely with other agencies to promote close community partnerships. For further job related information, please refer to the attached JDF.

Please note that whilst this process will initially be used to fill a range of positions at Cockburn Health, it may also be used to fill a number of a positions available at other locations across the South Metropolitan Health Service.

We welcome applicants with extensive experience in general adult psychiatry, youth psychiatry, addiction medicine and addiction psychiatry.

The successful applicant with work alongside specialist consultants and junior medical staff.

There are also opportunities for research, teaching and training.

Want to know more? 
Please contact Daniela Vecchio, Head of Service and Consultant Psychiatrist, Mental Health on 08 6152 7***.

Are you ready to partner with us?

Your application should include:

1. A detailed curriculum vitae which summaries your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements; 
2. A letter of no more than 3 pages addressing the Selection Criteria; and
3. The names and contact details of at least two (2) referees names. One referee must be a current supervisor or manager who can comment.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow enough time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Applications from agencies are welcomed. 

Eligibility

Are you eligible? To be eligible for a permanent appointment to the Western Australian public sector is essential that you are an Australian citizen or have permanent residency status in Australia. To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We are committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy and as a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au

This is a recruitment pool for permanent full time, permanent part time, fixed term full time and fixed term part time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. As such the following should be noted: 

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications, and will assess on a regular basis.  
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. 
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 31/12/2024.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted. 
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.